Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Needs special attention,
Needs experienced adopter,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
My first few weeks in foster care were very scary, and I was unfamiliar with absolutely everything. A strong breeze and a leaf blowing in the wind will startle me, or the sweeping of the floor with a broom is something I have not seen before.
I have learned so much from having other dogs in the house to take my cues from, and I am learning how to be a dog with each passing day. My confidence in my surroundings and routine is growing, and I am blossoming into the sweet boy that I have always had within me.
My current foster home has two resident dogs that are social and friendly and patient with me. I have a fenced backyard and can play indoors or outdoors at my own discretion. I am still learning to use the dog door.
My foster mom is gone for 4-6hrs daily and I have a designated area in the bathroom where I am safe and secure until she gets home. I have the voices from the tv to keep me company along with a view of the other two dogs in the home.
I sleep in bed with my foster mom along with the other two dogs, and with the help of my medication. I sleep deeply through the night and can keep myself occupied with toys in the bed if I wake up periodically.
We are still working on potty training, and it has been a challenge, but I am relieving myself outside more than inside these days. I go outside every few hours with the other dogs, and I walk around the backyard with my foster mom, so I am starting to get into a potty routine.
We need to work on walking on a leash, but we have many other things to work on at present, so that will be a goal in the coming weeks.
I am a HIGH flight risk, so there needs to be a concerted effort and PLAN to keep me from escaping, along with having a securely fenced backyard. Baby gates throughout the house will be required in areas where there could possibly be a weak area of security. Garage doors will need to be closed before moving from garage to house.
I will require a home that is on the quiet side without a lot of chaos or change of routine from day to day. I need to settle in to a regular routine without a lot of day to day surprises. I will require a friendly and well socialized canine companion in the home to help regulate my nervous system, and one that I can observe and learn from on how to ‘dog’.
A home with older, respectful children would be wonderful, providing that they have a gentle hand and demeanor - and are committed to keeping me safe and secure in the house. No thoughtless open gates or front doors without considering where I am in the house.
Due to my unique background, we are looking for a very special home that will have the patience and time to work with me and my fearful behaviors.
I am friendly and affectionate and will make a wonderful family member, I promise.
Could that family be you?
Please reach out to UU to find out more about me or ask any questions.
I look forward to meeting you soon!
All my love,
MILO
